What does scandal mean?
A piece of confidential information that is not intended for the public, especially one that is damaging to a person's reputation. A public controversy or scandal can also refer to a situation in which a person or organization is involved in a situation that is considered to be morally wrong or illegal.
Example
"The politician's scandal over the misuse of funds led to his resignation."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.